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May 25, 2023

Pentecost Sunday

Get a head start on Mass by reading the upcoming Mass readings here.

Note: Incense is used at the 9:30 am Mass

If you would like to wear RED, you may.

Scripture Reflection:

Gather virtually on Zoom each Thursday at 10:30 am to reflect together on the readings for the upcoming Sunday.

Meeting ID: 844 3581 2163; Passcode: GoodNews or save this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84435812163?pwd=S3ArdWV3TDNRc0hMOWtwMzlESFlXdz09

Upcoming Events

Taize in the Basilica

Friday, May 26

8:00 - 9:00 pm

All are welcome!

The Solemnity of Pentecost

The "Birthday of the Church"

Sunday, May 28

Join us for the Parish Family Activity at 10:45 am in the Elementary School, celebrating the coming of the Holy Spirit, the "birthday of the Church".

The Parish Office will be closed Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day, and will reopen on Tuesday. Enjoy your holiday!

Mark your calendar!

Corpus Christi Procession

Sunday, June 11, 1:30 pm

The Procession of the Blessed Sacrament will be from St. Joseph to St. Barnabas (1427 6th St, Alameda, CA 94501), approximately 1.6 miles

Note: Please make your own arrangements to return to your home.

Other News

Young men, have you ever though about becoming a priest?

Diocesan Bankruptcy Update

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Ongoing Event

Thinking of Becoming Catholic?

Adults who are thinking about becoming Catholic are invited to the weekly Christian Initiation “Inquiry” sessions at 7 pm. Tonight (May 25) is the last Thursday session; moving to Wednesday nights on May 31. In the Parish Center at 1119 Lafayette Street; enter through the staircase in the rear of the building. Okay to park in the “Staff Only” lot since it’s after hours. Info at https://sjbalameda.org/rcia

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